But how you choose to organize (or not organize) says a lot about the person you are and how you move through life. Whether you’re someone who craves order or lives on the proverbial ‘wild side,’ here are the six types of organization styles and what they ultimately say about your personality. As a perfectionist, you crave order, balance, and things both looking and feeling good. You enjoy when the to-do list is crossed off and you literally feel better when your life—items, home, desk, room, etc....

A range—whether electric or gas—is the one of the most essential appliances in any kitchen. Since they’re expensive and vary widely in features, though, it’s definitely a purchase you’ll want to thoroughly research. If you’re partial to gas models, you’ll want to check out the Whirlpool WFG505M0BS, a reasonably priced and modestly sized range with five burners, a separate broiler, and a two-rack oven. We tested the appliance in our home to see how it held up to everyday meal prep and occasional entertaining....

Is a muntin the same thing as a mullion? What about those other words—stiles and grilles? How do they play into this? Unraveling the mystery means traveling back a few hundred years to England, where both terms originated. Window Muntins Even though muntins today are most frequently associated with windows, they can mean any kind of vertical divider, whether for windows, wood panels, furniture, or doors. As far back as 1688, the writer R....

Most split receptacles are fed by a single circuit, but it’s also possible to wire a receptacle to be fed by two different circuits for heavy loads or better control, as is often done in older installations where a single outlet serves a dishwasher and garbage disposer. How to “Split” a Receptacle Standard duplex receptacles have two halves (each with a set of slots for a plug), and each half has a hot and a neutral wire terminal....

As a first-time homeowner, you have enough on your plate as it is. While the last thing you need is another list, this particular one will help rather than hinder. Having these essential tools on hand will prevent many headaches down the road. Read on for a helpful compilation of tools that might already be on your shopping list or something you might’ve missed.

Here are 11 spring flowering shrubs to help usher in the spring growing season. USDA Growing Zones: 5 to 7Color Varieties: Pink or purple bloomsSun Exposure: Full sun to part shadeSoil Needs: Sandy, loamy, acidic, medium moisture, well-draining USDA Growing Zones: 5 to 8Color Varieties: Yellow bloomsSun Exposure: Full sun to part shadeSoil Needs: Rich, medium moisture, acidic, well-draining USDA Growing Zones: 5 to 8Color Varieties: Yellow bloomsSun Exposure: Full sun to part shadeSoil Needs: Loose, medium moisture, well-draining...

Here are some top plants to achieve an English garden look.

However, “cedar” is also used more loosely to include trees of other genera and even of other plant families. Many are of the Cupressaceae family of evergreen conifers. But while true cedars have short needles that form clusters close to the branch, the foliage of these false cedars consists of longer, scaly leaves that are awl-shaped or form fan-like sprays. Here are 12 species of cedar—real cedar and false cedar—popular for gardens....

Today, you can find a dizzying array of home renovation shows just about everywhere. So which ones are worth the watch? Here is a mix of oldies but goodies and new home series to satisfy your hunger for home improvement. 

Fortunately, there are a number of effective garage storage ideas to help you keep this space in check. Shelves, cabinets, peg walls, track systems—the list goes on. However, have you taken advantage of the available space above your head? We’ve compiled a list of 12 overhead storage ideas for your garage, so you can organize every square inch of your garage and keep this prime storage space tidy.

“Since this is an urban rooftop, the concern was that the two cats would run and fall off,” Gaffney says. “So we had to measure their heads and make sure they couldn’t fit through the screen. It’s one of those things we never thought we’d do, but it worked.” The cats love their outdoor freedom above their owners’ loft, where they can safely admire a garden with trees, shrubs, vines, and container plants....

Manual saws come in a range of options that are great for precision cuts in many materials or rough cuts, like trimming shrubs or cutting down trees. Power saws save time and effort by providing the driving force behind the saw with the push of a button or the squeeze of a trigger. However, there are significant dangers involved with using power saws, so it’s important to learn more about these tools before trying to using them....

Read on to find out the best ways to store wrapping paper. Renter-Friendly Wrapping Paper Storage from Living In A Nutshell Daybed Gift Wrap Storage by Basket & Bin Wrapping Paper Storage Bin from Small Stuff Counts Build Your Own Wrapping Paper Storage from Nick & Alicia Gift Wrap Organization from Mika Perry Wrapping Paper Storage from Neat Method Wrapping Paper Storage Solutions by AZ House Of Order Gift Wrap Organization by Neat By Meg Gift Wrap Closet from Blue I Style Gift Wrap Station from Practical Perfection Don’t have a round basket?...

Here are some beautiful outdoor fountain ideas to inspire you and guide you through the project. Easy Solar Water Fountain from Interior Frugalista DIY Bubbling Garden Fountain from At Charlotte’s House Upgraded Store-Bought Fountain from Our House Now a Home DIY Solar Water Fountain from Hearth & Vine Budget-Friendly Solar Water Fountain from Southern Chick Journal Crock Water Feature DIY from Chatfield Court Quick and Simple Solar Fountain from A Piece of Rainbow DIY Bubble Fountain from Scattered Thoughts of a Crafty Mom Garden Trough Fountain DIY from Alison Giese Interiors DIY Rock Water Fountain from Joyful Derivatives Easy DIY Water Feature from Pretty Purple Door Simple Container Fountain from An Extraordinary Day DIY Teapot Fountain from Confessions of a Serial DIYer Simple Disappearing Fountain from Four Generations One Roof Tabletop DIY Fountain from Today’s Creative Life

Rustic Fall Farmhouse Steps via Liz Marie Blog Fall Outdoor Porch Decor via Katie Brown Workshop Farmhouse Front Porch via Little White House Blog Potted Plants Front Porch via Sara Platt Design DIY Fall Flower Wreath via Craftberry Bush Buddha Fall Porch via KDHamptons Fall Planters via Proven Winners Boho Electric Front Porch via Alice Wingerden Fall Front Porch via Stacy Risenmay Simple Fall Porch via Cherished Bliss Fall Front Porch via Clean & Scentsible Fall Porch Decorating Ideas via Zoe with Love Color Fall Front Porch via Two Twenty One Fall Porch Decor via Shewitt Home Fall Container Gardens via Flores Del Sol Fall Urns via Serendipity Refined Blue and Cream Fall Porch via Home Stories Rustic Fall Porch via Thistlewood Farms

While we certainly witness an influx of candles throughout the home during the holiday season, keep in mind that candles can (literally) shine in your space all year long. Ready to get decorating? Keep reading to see how others have seamlessly integrated various types of candles into their houses.

“Create a uniform space by trading original packaging for elevated canisters, bins, and baskets,” she says. “Utilizing these storage solutions, instead of bulky boxes, will also make it easier to categorize your products and save space.” Just don’t forget to add labels, since you wouldn’t want to mix up your laundry detergent with your powdered bleach. “This busy mom needed a small space to keep things, herself, and her kiddos organized,” she says....

However, with so many types to pick from, how do you choose? Whether you are planning to build a new fireplace or bring an old one up to snuff, these 20 gorgeous examples will help you find the perfect marble fireplace for your home and personal style. The stone veneer that the duo used came attached to interlocking panels, which made the installation process more manageable. How so, you might be thinking?...